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“Colorado environmental advocates who had fought for roadless areas and defended the rule against past threats said the change threatens to promote ‘large-scale mining, oil and gas drilling’ as well as widespread logging in areas that should stay set aside for wilderness and backcountry experiences. The Forest Service oversees nearly 15 million acres of Colorado forest and grasslands.” 🤬

#Politics #USPolitics #USForestService #RoadlessRule #Wilderness #Colorado

coloradosun.com/2025/06/23/roa

The Colorado Sun · Millions of acres of Colorado forest under threat after Trump reverses longstanding roadless ruleBy Michael Booth

Susie Madrak uncovers alarming concerns about the upcoming wildfire season, worsened by extreme heat and budget cuts from the Trump era. Federal fire crews warn that slashed resources hinder their ability to manage vast public lands, complicating wildfire responses. A new directive could further muddle efforts as they prepare for a potentially disastrous season. Click to read more insights from this crucial article. crooksandliars.com/2025/06/tha #WildfireSeason #ClimateChange #USForestService #FireEcology #PublicLandManagement

Crooks and Liars · Thanks To Trump, We're Not Prepared For Wildfire SeasonBy Susie Madrak

"This action builds on Secretary Rollins’ announcement last month to unleash American energy by directing the USDA Forest Service to take action to remove burdensome Biden-era regulations that have stifled energy and mineral development on Forest Service land. As part of these decisive actions, the agency also canceled two mineral leasing withdrawals on Forest Service land that will help boost production of critical minerals." usda.gov/about-usda/news/press #USDA #USPol #USForestService #USFS
#Climate

“The brave men and women of the #USForestService began responding immediately to the #fires in the #Carolinas,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins. “We will ensure they have the resources, personnel, and support they need to swiftly put out the fires. They are working closely with state and local partners, and we are grateful for all the #firefighters working on the frontlines.”

usda.gov/about-usda/news/press

www.usda.govSecretary Rollins Addresses Wildfires in the Carolinas

US Forest Service, National Park Service employees fired by DOGE speak out

youtube.com/watch?v=vDNCkfZLUS

> Fired employees of the U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service told ABC News that the decision to lay off thousands of employees will have catastrophic effects

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Just like with #PFAS-laden #FirefightingFoam, less #Toxic alternatives are out there, but expense is often cited as a roadblock. TBH, things that benefit the environment and society shouldn't cost more than the toxic originals -- and toxic chemicals should be replaced! Period! Make #BigChemical pay! (Since they probably knew about the hazards but hid them from the public. As usual with Big anything these days...!)

A #PinkPowder is being used to fight #CaliforniaFires. It's getting everywhere

by Nadine Yousif, January 13, 2025

"Its use has been controversial in the past over its potential effects on the #environment.

"A lawsuit filed in 2022 by the #ForestServiceEmployees for #EnvironmentalEthics, an organisation made up of current and former employees of the #USForestService, accused the federal agency of violating the country's clean water laws by dumping #chemical #FireRetardant from planes onto forests.

"It argued that the chemical kills fish and is not effective.

"The following year, a US District judge agreed with the employees, but in her ruling allowed the Forest Service to continue using the retardant as it seeks a permit to do so from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

"The case drew the attention of communities devastated by #wildfires in the past, including the town of #ParadiseCalifornia, which was destroyed by fire in 2018.

"Its then-mayor, Greg Bolin, hailed the judge's ruling, saying it ensures communities 'have a fighting chance' in the face of fires.

"The Forest Service told NPR that this year, it phased out the use of one type of #PhosChek formula - #PhosChekLC95 - in favour of another - #MVPFx - saying that the latter is less toxic to #wildlife.

"The Forest Service also has a mandatory ban in place on dropping fire retardant in sensitive environmental areas, like waterways and habitats of endangered species. There are exceptions to the ban, however, in cases 'when human life or public safety are threatened.'"

Read more:
bbc.com/news/articles/c93lqng9
#FireRetardant #FishKills #Wildfires #Firefighting

A white car in Los Angeles County covered in pink powder. It is fire retardant - a mixture of chemicals used to suppress wildfire growth.
www.bbc.comWhat is the pink powder being used to fight fires in California?The bright substance blanketing areas of Los Angeles County has long been used to stop wildfires from spreading.

Trouble ahead, trouble behind. US Forest Service proposes increases in logging, justifies cutting older trees to save ancient ones, to reduce intensity of fires. Unclear how these proposals will accomplish goals other than increasing lumber harvest for corporations.
#wildfires #timber-harvesting #USForestService #logging
mercurynews.com/2024/11/18/mor

The Mercury News · Would more logging in the Pacific Northwest help curb wildfires?By Associated Press

#FEMA Told Victims of New Mexico’s Largest #Wildfire It Can’t Pay for Emotional Harm. A #Judge Will Likely Rule It Must.

Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire victims sued the agency because it will compensate them only for losses that come with a price tag. Victims say the law allows them to be paid for the stress of fleeing the blaze and the toll of losing their possessions.

propub.li/3UelrPK

ProPublicaFEMA May Have to Pay Victims of New Mexico’s Biggest Wildfire for Emotional Harm
More from ProPublica
#News#NewMexico#Law

The #Thunderhead balloon launched on August 4 from Baker Municipal Airport in #Oregon is part of an initiative between #NASA researchers, the U.S. Forest Service, and #Aerostar to provide persistent cell coverage from the stratosphere, enabling real-time communication between firefighters operating in West Mountain Complex fires in Idaho and command posts.

nasa.gov/stmd-flight-opportuni

The US Forest Service is as much about old growth forests as The Bureau of Indian Affairs was to the native American.
The BIA was known for profiting from the sale of goods intended for native Americans. Who is the Forest Service selling to?
theguardian.com/environment/ar
#USForestService #Corruption

The Guardian · US Forest Service failing to protect old growth trees from logging, critics sayBy Oliver Milman